Family Eye Care of Abilene

07/29/2025

How can mental health impact our ocular health?

This article from the American Optometry Association lists ways that our vision can be impacted by stress and mental health, such as blurred vision, eye twitching and more.

Ocular migraines can also be a symptom. It is important to address this with your optometrist so that they can help determine if it is due to environmental factors or if it is a more serious issue.

Read more about this topic in the article below:

The ocular impact of stress may range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating vision loss.

07/28/2025

Our office will be closed at 3:00 PM to celebrate the Abilene Parade!

07/28/2025

UV radiation can be harmful to your eyes, even on cloudy days. Protect them with ZEISS branded lenses so they can enjoy the outside without taking unnecessary risks.

07/23/2025

🧠 Did you know? 👁

Seeing is so important that it takes up over 50% of your brain’s functionality!

From recognizing faces to tracking movement, your brain and eyes work as a team to help you navigate the world. Vision really is brainpower in action!

07/21/2025

Protecting your eyes from the sun is an everyday choice that impacts your long-term health.

We all know to wear sunglasses in the sun, but how does it work? All About Vision's article details how sun exposure affects your eyes and what sunglasses do to preserve them.

Dr. Gary Heiting explains ultraviolet radiation and SPF, and which sunglasses best protect your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays.

07/18/2025

07/11/2025

Do you have floaters in your vision?

Do they dart away when you try to focus on them?

"Floaters—or spots—are small, semi-transparent or cloudy particles within the vitreous, which is the clear, jelly-like fluid that fills the inside of the eye. The spots can appear as specks of various shapes and sizes, threadlike strands or cobwebs."

Learn more about floaters in this article from the American Optometric Association linked below.

Floaters—or spots—are small, semi-transparent or cloudy particles within the vitreous, which is the clear, jelly-like fluid that fills the inside of the eye. The spots can appear as specks of various shapes and sizes, threadlike strands, or cobwebs.

07/09/2025

For some individuals who suffer from migraines, an ocular "aura" can appear in their vision before the onset of a full migraine. According to the American Optometric Association, a migraine with aura is defined as:

"...a type of severe headache preceded by various visual symptoms, flashing or sparkling lights, darkening of vision centrally or peripherally."

It is important to note that experiencing flashes of light does not automatically mean it is an aura. Call your eye doctor immediately if you are experiencing such symptoms.

For more information on auras, refer to the article below:

Migraine with aura is type of severe headache preceded by various visual symptoms, flashing or sparkling lights, darkening of vision centrally or peripherally.

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from Family Eye Care of Abilene!

We are closed on the 4th to celebrate the holiday. In case of emergencies, refer to the contact information on our answering machine at (785) 263-2020. Celebrate safely! 🎉

07/02/2025

July is Dry Eye Awareness Month!

Nearly 16 million Americans have dry eye, which in severe cases, may cause serious vision problems.

Our office sells supplements, eyelid cleaning pads, and hot compress eye masks for a more preventative and natural approach to treating dry eye. Additionally, optometrists are trained to customize treatment options depending on the severity of the dryness. Come by the office or inquire about these products during your next visit!

Read below for a more in-depth look on solutions for dry eye and common myths surrounding it!

This installment of EB’s award-winning series focuses on dry eye sundries in the optical and aims to help staff debunk common misconceptions.